by Mira Mar Vets | Oct 1, 2023 | Latest Monthly Newsletters, Pet Care
Your pet isn’t showing any signs of being unwell. Therefore, they won’t benefit from a veterinary check-up: true or false? It’s false! Even if your pet seems to be doing OK, a general check-up every 6-12 months is strongly recommended to keep them...
by Mira Mar Vets | Aug 23, 2023 | Latest Monthly Newsletters, Pet Care
Pets with atopy have a naturally defective skin barrier, meaning that exposure to particular allergens (particles such as pollen, grass or mould) causes their skin or ears to become inflamed and itchy, making them more likely to develop secondary bacterial or yeast...
by Mira Mar Vets | Aug 23, 2023 | Latest Monthly Newsletters, Pet Care
Like us, dogs may suffer from uncomfortable conjunctivitis. Sometimes conjunctivitis develops because of irritants blowing into the eye (such as sand or dust) or eye infections. However, if your pet develops conjunctivitis repeatedly, their problem may have an...
by Mira Mar Vets | Aug 23, 2023 | Latest Monthly Newsletters, Pet Care
For some cats, fleas can be more than just an irritation. Here are four facts about fleas and why having a solid, year-round parasite prevention routine for your feline friend is a good idea. 1. You may not see fleas, even if they’re there! It can be challenging to...
by Mira Mar Vets | Aug 23, 2023 | Latest Monthly Newsletters, Pet Care
Whilst any dog can potentially suffer from an ear infection, some pets are unlucky enough to experience ear troubles throughout their life. Here’s why some pets develop ongoing ear infections and why prompt treatment is best: Why are some pets prone to ear infections?...